2008 Acura MDX vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia

To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Acura MDX 1962 Lancia Flavia
Make Acura Lancia
Model MDX Flavia
Year Released 2008 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 55 L